Animal Shelters

Animal Shelters Near You — Give a Pet a Second Chance

Every year, millions of dogs, cats, and other animals end up in shelters across the United States — many of them healthy, loving, and eager for a forever home. Petzooie makes it easy to connect with local animal shelters so you can explore adoptable pets, volunteer your time, or donate to support the animals in your community.

Why Adopt from a Shelter?

Adopting from a shelter is one of the most rewarding decisions a person can make. You are not just gaining a companion — you are directly saving a life and making room for another animal in need. Shelter pets come in all sizes, breeds, ages, and personalities. Many are already house-trained, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, which can significantly reduce your initial costs.

What to Expect When Visiting a Shelter

  • An intake process where you complete an adoption application
  • Meet-and-greet sessions with animals to find the right personality match
  • Transparent health history and behavioral assessments for each animal
  • Adoption fees that typically cover spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchip
  • Post-adoption support from shelter staff

Types of Animal Shelters

Municipal (Government-Run) Shelters

These are operated by local governments and often accept all animals regardless of space. They are open-admission facilities and typically serve the widest geographic area.

Private Nonprofit Shelters

These organizations raise their own funding and often have more resources for animal enrichment, behavioral rehabilitation, and long-term care. Some are no-kill facilities.

Rescue Organizations

Rescues are typically foster-based and specialize in specific breeds or species. They operate without a physical shelter, placing animals in temporary homes until adoption.

Beyond Adoption: How You Can Help

  • Fostering — temporarily house animals while they await adoption
  • Volunteering — walk dogs, socialize cats, assist with events
  • Donating — food, blankets, toys, and financial contributions are always needed
  • Spreading the word — sharing adoptable animals on social media saves lives

Find Shelters on Petzooie

Browse local shelters and rescues using the search tool above. Filter by location, type of animals available, and services offered. Whether you are ready to adopt, want to volunteer, or simply want to know what is available in your area, Petzooie connects you to the resources you need.

3481. Marshmallow Animal Shelter

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

In order to put an end to the nightmare of stray cats and dogs, one of The Marshmallow Animal Shelter's key objectives is to assist in educating the public about the advantages of spaying and neutering animals.

3482. 4 Luv Of Dog Rescue

The Fargo, North Dakota-based 4 Luv of Dog Rescue was established in 2005 and has remained a 100 percent volunteer-run and community-supported organization. In order to find a foster home for the dogs, 4 Luv, a foster-based rescue, keeps an emergency-only housing facility in Moorhead, Minnesota. Since 4 Luv is not supported by the government, it is dependent on fundraising efforts and your kind donations to continue operating. As of 2021, 4 Luv of Dog Rescue has saved about 6,000 dogs – this work is only possible thanks to 4 Luv’s amazing volunteers and supporters. Thank You!

3483. Fur Ever Home Rescue

The mission of Fur-Ever Home Rescue is to uphold the highest standards in companion animal care, training, and community support. Our purpose is to put a stop to animal abuse, neglect, and homelessness by promoting ethical pet ownership.

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3485. Camp Kitten

I came to the conclusion that starting my own rescue was the greatest way I could help animals after fostering cats and dogs for various regional charities. Why not, when you have marketing and vet tech experience? I have a strong affinity with animals, and I have spent my entire childhood among dogs and cats. About five years ago, I started volunteering at Minneapolis Animal Care and Control, which further strengthened my desire to aid strays.

3486. Northern Lights Greyhound Adoption

A nonprofit organization of volunteers called Northern Lights Greyhound Adoption (NLGA) is committed to educating the public about greyhounds as pets and finding responsible homes for retired racing greyhounds.

3487. Windmill Animal Rescue & Wildlife Rehabilitation

Time:
  • Monday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • Tuesday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • Friday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • Saturday09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

In 1990, three young people in New Market, Minnesota, brought a mother stray cat to the neighborhood pet shop for care. That was only the start. As time passed, more and more creatures were brought in, including stray, abandoned, lost, and injured animals. Even neighborhood animals, including raccoon kits that had been abandoned, squirrels that had fallen from their nests, robins, blue jays, raptors, and owls.

3488. Retrieve a Golden of the Midwest (RAGOM)

Time:
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Wednesday07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Thursday07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Friday07:30 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Saturday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

Our vision is that one day all Golden Retrievers and Golden Mixes will have forever homes. RAGOM's objective is to rescue, foster, and find permanent homes for Golden Retrievers and Golden Mixes in need.

3489. Pit Squad Rescue MN

Time:
  • Monday24 Hours
  • Tuesday24 Hours
  • Wednesday24 Hours
  • Thursday24 Hours
  • Friday24 Hours
  • Saturday24 Hours
  • Sunday24 Hours

In fostering and placing dogs, Pit Squad Rescue aims to meet an ongoing need. Our organization, which is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is committed to saving dogs—especially bully breeds—and giving them the care and attention they need.

3490. Saving Shepherds of MN

As a German Shepherd Dog Rescue, we are dedicated to saving, treating, and rehoming pets into new, devoted homes. Our goal is to find loving, permanent homes for unwanted, abused, and abandoned German Shepherd dogs. We are committed to the rehabilitation of mistreated, hurt, and abandoned pets.